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May 29, 2009 | by Ryan C. Fuhrmann
Shares of off-price retailer TJX Companies (NYSE:TJX) have rallied nearly 50% so far this year, and while that means they are no longer at bargain-basement levels, there is just too much in the company’s favor to ignore its investment appeal.
May
28
May 28, 2009 | by Ryan C. Fuhrmann
Dick’s Sporting Goods (NYSE:DKS) has established itself as a market leader in sporting goods retailing. And though, like many rivals, its sales and earnings have suffered along with a plummet in consumer spending, its prospects remain solid, as does long-term share appreciation potential.
May
28
May 28, 2009 | by Ryan C. Fuhrmann
Reported sales results at office supply provider Staples (Nasdaq:SPLS) came in very strong during the first quarter thanks to the July 2008 acquisition of Corporate Express. This partially masked dismal top line trends at the flagship store operations, but Staples is much more than a retailer these days and has considerable upside potential in its stock price.
May
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Posted on 28-05-2009
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May 28, 2009 | by Ryan C. Fuhrmann
Shares of Gap (NYSE:GPS) have performed well so far this year on enthusiasm that its operations will return to a sustained period of sales and earnings growth. A higher share price leaves less room for error, but recent management moves appear promising, as do current improvements in consumer confidence.
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May 26, 2009 | by Ryan C. Fuhrmann
Year-to-date, consumer discretionary is one of the best performing sectors in the S&P 500. Top on that list is the retailing industry, with many department store chains boasting gains between 20% and 60%. JCPenney (NYSE:JCP) stock is up some 30% so far in 2009, which is solid news for existing shareholders. Given the strong run, Penney’s appeal is more uncertain for prospective investors, despite a number of promising signs. (Learn to pick investments on your next trip to the mall in our related article Analyzing Retail Stocks.)
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